Roberto Sierra's "Clarinet Works" is a captivating journey through the intricate and expressive world of clarinet music. Released on March 1, 2011, under the Fleur de Son label, this album spans a concise yet impactful 53 minutes, showcasing Sierra's mastery of composition and the clarinet's versatility. The album is a collection of diverse pieces, each offering a unique exploration of the instrument's range and emotional depth.
The album opens with the "Clarinet Sonata," a four-movement work that demonstrates Sierra's ability to blend technical precision with lyrical beauty. The sonata is followed by "5 Bocetos," a suite of five sketches that evoke vivid imagery and moods, from the pastoral "Cancion del campo" to the whimsical "Final con pajaros." Sierra's "Tema y variaciones" offers a playful yet sophisticated exploration of a central theme, while "Ritmorroto" delves into rhythmic complexity and dynamic contrast.
The album also features two sets of three pieces: "3 Pensiamentos" and "3 Fantasias." These works showcase Sierra's ability to convey a wide range of emotions and atmospheres, from the precise and rhythmic to the sensual and serene. Throughout the album, Sierra's compositions are characterized by their inventiveness, technical demands, and emotional resonance, making "Clarinet Works" a compelling addition to any classical music collection.
(C) 2011 Fleur de Son(P) 2011 Fleur de Son
Tracks
Clarinet Sonata: I. SalseadoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Xak Bjerken
Clarinet Sonata: II. Delicado y expresivoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Xak Bjerken
Clarinet Sonata: III. EnergicoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Xak Bjerken
Clarinet Sonata: IV. VelozRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Xak Bjerken
5 Bocetos: No. 1, PreludioRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
5 Bocetos: No. 2, Cancion del campoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
5 Bocetos: No. 3, Interludio NocturnoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
5 Bocetos: No. 4, Cancion de la montanaRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
5 Bocetos: No. 5, Final con pajarosRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
Tema y variacionesRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Xak Bjerken
Ritmorroto: I. Con absoluta precision ritmicaRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
Ritmorroto: II. Con calmaRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
Ritmorroto: III. AgresivoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria
3 Pensiamentos (3 Thoughts): No. 1, Con precision ritmicaRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Robert Bridge
3 Pensiamentos (3 Thoughts): No. 2, Sensual con momentos de violenciaRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Robert Bridge
3 Pensiamentos (3 Thoughts): No. 3, CortanteRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Robert Bridge
3 Fantasias (3 Fantasies): No. 1, Con gustoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Heidi Hoffman, Xak Bjerken
3 Fantasias (3 Fantasies): No. 2, Espacioso y serenoRoberto Sierra, Richard Faria, Heidi Hoffman, Xak Bjerken
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